Getting Around Phuket
Exploring the Island Made Easy
Getting around Phuket is simple, whether you prefer to explore by bus, rent a motorbike or car, or let someone else do the driving. From Phuket Gay Homestay you can reach more than 40 beaches, luxury shopping malls, bustling local markets, and stunning natural sights. The island is filled with variety: sandy beaches, mangroves, rainforest, waterfalls, and high hills. It is a wonderful place to explore.
By Bus
From the homestay it is about a 500-metre walk to Family Mart, where you can catch the local bus.
Bus to Phuket Town (stops at Central Phuket Mall on the way)
Bus to Patong
Fare: 30 THB per trip
Buses run every 30 minutes until 6 PM
Renting a Motorbike or Car
For more independence, renting is a popular option:
Motorbike rental: 250–300 THB per day
Car rental: from 900 THB per day (Hertz, Avis, Budget, and local providers)
At Phuket Gay Homestay we also offer bicycles and motorbikes for rent
Please note: You need a valid motorbike licence from your home country plus an International Driving Licence. The same applies if you rent a car. Always check your travel insurance covers you.
Taxis & Tuk-Tuks
Fares are usually discussed before the trip so agree on a price in advance.
Patong to Kathu: 300–500 THB (negotiated)
Motorbike taxi Patong to Kathu: 150–200 THB (negotiated)
Online Taxi Services
Note: Prices vary depending on car type, fixed fares, or metered taxis.
Private Transfers
If you do not want to drive yourself, we can arrange taxi transfers or a car with a private driver just for you. This is a convenient option for day trips, shopping, or sightseeing.
Plan Your Stay with Us
Phuket is easy to explore when you stay at Phuket Gay Homestay.
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